The Migration of Symbols by Donald A. MacKenzie is a comprehensive study of the history and evolution of symbols across various cultures and civilizations. The book explores the ways in which symbols have been adopted, adapted, and transmitted from one culture to another, and how they have been used to express complex ideas, beliefs, and values.MacKenzie traces the migration of symbols from their origins in ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome, through the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, to the modern era. ...
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The Migration of Symbols by Donald A. MacKenzie is a comprehensive study of the history and evolution of symbols across various cultures and civilizations. The book explores the ways in which symbols have been adopted, adapted, and transmitted from one culture to another, and how they have been used to express complex ideas, beliefs, and values.MacKenzie traces the migration of symbols from their origins in ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome, through the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, to the modern era. He examines the role of symbols in religion, mythology, art, literature, and science, and shows how symbols have been used to convey universal truths and to express the human experience.The book also explores the ways in which symbols have been used to represent power, authority, and identity, and how they have been used to shape political and social movements throughout history. MacKenzie examines the symbolism of flags, emblems, and other national symbols, and shows how they have been used to create a sense of national identity and unity.Overall, The Migration of Symbols is a fascinating exploration of the history and significance of symbols in human culture, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of symbolism, mythology, and the human experience.1926. This book discusses the migration of symbols and their relations to beliefs and customs. Contents: Swastika: area of origin; as the cross of the Cardinal points; beliefs connected with the cross and Swastika; Spiral: was the spiral a symbol or an art motif; whirlpools and whirlwinds; celestial whirlpool lake; spiral and birth; sacred circuit; war symbols; tree symbols. Wonderfully illustrated throughout.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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